BRU-1
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
United States
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick BRU-1
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Ultra
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in BRU-1
PineappleGreenFruity
Only in Ultra
MildPleasantFloral
Property
| Property | BRU-1 | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–55% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 7–8% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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